Stainless Steel Diaphragm Plates

The Texas A&M University System is seeking bids to supply stainless‑steel diaphragm plates for its National Aerothermochemistry and Hypersonics Laboratory in College Station, TX. Two plate types are required: a primary ¼‑in. 304L stainless‑steel plate (OD 25 in.) and a secondary 10‑ga (0.135‑in.) 304L‑2B stainless‑steel sheet (OD 25.5 in.). Both must conform to detailed engineering drawings, tight thickness tolerances (±0.003 in.) and a polished 120 Ra surface finish. Quantities are 100 each, with freight to be quoted if not included. The award will be based on best‑value criteria, emphasizing conformance, price, delivery schedule, and past performance. • 100 × ¼‑in. 304L stainless‑steel plates (OD 25 in.) – primary diaphragm • 100 × 10‑ga 304L‑2B stainless‑steel plates (OD 25.5 in.) – secondary diaphragm • Required documentation: material certifications, firm pricing, delivery lead‑time (weeks), and FOB‑Destination shipping terms.